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Welcome to the Ultimate Bang Bang Chicken Recipe!
Are you in search ofย fresh, crispy and delicious Bang Bang Chicken?ย Thisย simple chicken mealย is a must for anyone who enjoysย spicy chicken that has the sweetness and tang of.
It is made withย Crispy panko-breaded Chicken tendersย and dipped inย rich Bang Bang Sauce, the dish is popular in restaurants. Now, you can cook this dishย from home, in less than thirty minutes!ย If you likeย the air or deep frying method or bakingย this recipe will demonstrateย how to cook Bang Bang Chickenย in different ways.
Why Youโll Like This recipe:ย Crispy & Crunchyย โ Theย panko coatingย gives it extra crunch!
Spicy and Sweetย Theย Bang Bang Sauceย is the perfect blend of sweetness and heat.
Quality Restaurant at homeย The HTML0 is Restaurant-Quality at Homeย More delicious than takeawayย and is easy to prepare!
Air Fryer and Oven optionsย The HTML0 version isย healthier optionย without losing the taste.
What Is Bang Bang Chicken?
Bang Bang Chickenย originates inย Sichuan culinary traditionย in China and wasย a chicken dish that was shredded and served with a fiery sesame-based sauce.ย Theย contemporary American recipeย changes it toย crispy fried chicken, which is then tossed in a tangy spicy sauceย which makes it a popular dish in restaurants such asย Bonefish Grillย andย PF Changโs.
This recipe is a recreation of the traditional restaurant Bang Bang Chickenย withย added crunch, juiciness and a bold, spicy flavor!
Ingredients for Bang Bang Chicken
The Crispy Chicken:
- 1 1/2 lbs skinless, boneless chicken tenders
- 1 cup of buttermilkย (or replace withย 1 cup of milk and 1 2 tablespoons the juice from a lemon)
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarchย (for extra crispiness)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon Srirachaย (ย optional to add heat)
- Half teaspoon powder of garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepperย (ย for a spicy kick)
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbsย (for extra crunch)
- Canola oil to fry
Best Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Srirachaย (ย adjust the level of spice)
- Two tablespoons of honey
Garnishing & Serving:
- Parsley chopped or green onions
- Lime wedges
- Rice or fries, or salad
How to Make Bang Bang Chicken โ Step by Step
Step1: Make the Bang Bang Sauce
- A small mixing bowl mix inย mayonnaise Thai Sweet Chili Sauce, Sriracha as well as honey.
- Make adjustments to spice levels if necessary and then set aside.
Step2: Prepare the Chicken
- A mixing bowl stir togetherย flour, buttermilk, eggs, cornstarch, Sriracha garlic powder black pepper, salt along with the cayenne pepper.
- Add the tenders of chicken into the batter and coat well.
Step3: Coat the Chicken
- Setย Panko breadcrumbsย on a dish.
- Remove the chicken pieces from the batter. Shake off the excess and then cover withย pankoย and press lightly to stick.
Step4: Deep Fry the Chicken
- Heatingย approximately 1 inch of oilย in a large skillet on medium-high heat untilย 365 degF (185degC).
- In batches, fry the chicken forย 3 to 5 minutes per sideย until crispy and golden brown.
- Transfer the oil to theย lined plate with a paper towelย to remove any oil.
Step5: Toss & Serve
- Serve the drizzled or tossed meat withย BANG Bang Sauce.
- Garnish withย green onions or parsleyย Serve hot!
Alternative Cooking Methods
Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken
- Follow the steps 1-3 above.
- Heat theย the air fryer up at 400degrees F (200degC).
- Sprinkle the chicken withย the cooking spray.
- Aerate fry the food toย about 10 minutesย Flipping the fry halfway through.
- Mix inย Bang Bang Sauceย and then enjoy!
Oven-Baked Bang Bang Chicken
- Preheat the oven up toย 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220degC).
- Place chicken that has been coated on aย baking sheet lined with parchmentย and spray it with cooking spray.
- Bake forย 12 to 15 minutesย and flipping it halfway through.
- Mix inย Bang Bang Sauceย and serve hot!
Best Side Dishes for Bang Bang Chicken
- Heart-Shaped Mini Pizzas Recipe โ Easy Homemade Dinner
- Steamed Jasmine Rice
- Sweet Potato Fries
- Garlic Butter Green Beans
- Cornbread (Ultimate Cowboy Casserole)
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Nutrient | Amount |
---|---|
Calories | 1415 Kcal |
Carbohydrates | 80g |
Protein | 52g |
Total Fat | 95g |
Saturated Fat | 14g |
Sodium | 2600mg |
Storage & Leftovers
- Refrigerate:ย Store in an airtight container forย up to 5 days.
- Freezeย You can freeze the contents in ziplock bags to lastย as long as 6 months.
- Reheatย Bake inย 350degF (190degC) during 10 minutesย and air fry it toย 350degF (175degC) for 5 mins..
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I have the ability to prepare Bang Bang Chicken without frying?
Yes!ย You can use yourย Air fryer, or even bake itย for a healthier alternative.
How can I make in place of buttermilk?
Combineย one cup of milk and one tablespoon lemon juice.
Is Bang Bang Sauce spicy?
This isย slightly spicyย Itโs not overly spicy, however you can alter theย Sriracha amountย according to your preference.
Can I use a chicken breasts in place of tenders?
Yes!ย Cutย the chicken breast into stripsย to achieve similar outcomes.
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Conclusion
Now that you know theย most delicious Bang Bang Chicken recipeย is the time to try it!ย No matter whether you air fry and bake, the recipe will beย crisp, delicious and delicious..
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Bang Bang Chicken Recipe โ Crispy, Spicy & Easy Dinner
Description
Welcome to the Best Bang Bang Chicken Recipe!
Are you ready to experience the ultimate crispy, juicy, and flavor-packed Bang Bang Chicken? Whether youโre a fan of spicy, tangy dishes or just looking for a new way to enjoy chicken, this recipe is a must-try!
This dish combines crispy, golden-fried chicken with a creamy, sweet, and spicy bang bang sauce, making it perfect for dinner or as an appetizer. Plus, you can prepare it using different cooking methods like deep-frying, air frying, or baking!
Letโs dive into the recipe and learn how to make this restaurant-quality Bang Bang Chicken at home.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 ยฝ pounds boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup buttermilk (or substitute with 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)
- ยพ cup all-purpose flour
- ยฝ cup cornstarch (for extra crispiness)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha (optional for extra heat)
- ยฝ teaspoon garlic powder
- ยฝ teaspoon kosher salt
- ยผ teaspoon black pepper
- โ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for more spice)
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)
- Canola oil for frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ยฝ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha (adjust to spice preference)
- 2 tablespoons honey
Garnishes & Serving:
- Chopped parsley or green onions
- Lime wedges
- Side of steamed rice or crispy fries
Instructions
Step1: Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey.
- Taste and adjust spice level if needed. Set aside.
Step2: Prep the Chicken
- In a bowl, whisk together buttermilk, flour, cornstarch, egg, Sriracha, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Add chicken tenders to the mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- Place panko breadcrumbs on a separate plate.
Step3: Coat the Chicken
- Remove chicken pieces from the batter and let excess drip off.
- Coat each piece thoroughly in panko breadcrumbs, pressing slightly for adherence.
Step4: Fry the Chicken
- Heat about 1 inch of oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 365ยฐF (185ยฐC).
- Fry chicken pieces in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Step5: Toss & Serve
- Toss the crispy chicken with the prepared Bang Bang Sauce or drizzle on top.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve hot!
Notes
For crispy, juicy Bang Bang Chicken, use panko breadcrumbs, double-coat for crunch, and marinate in buttermilk for tenderness. Keep oil at 365ยฐF (185ยฐC), drain on a wire rack, and toss in sauce just before serving. Air fry at 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) for 10 minutes for a healthier option. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to stay crispy. Serve with rice, green beans, or sweet potato fries!